🌟Weekly Inspiration🌟

Lately, it seems there has been a lot of stress and loss swirling around me. I have a senior sending off college applications (which is no joke)…and loss and illness abound in our circles of friends, family, and community. It must be middle age ❤️.  With this season feeling more heavy and stressful, it helps me be diligent about my gratitude practice. It can totally shift my mood and behavior.

I read something recently about acknowledging our loved ones in simple ways—like a love note. It inspired me to drop a sweet note on my 12th grader’s bed saying how proud I was of her effort on college apps, in school, and in life. I acknowledged what a great kid I think that she is and how much I loved her. I notice that the note remains on her nightstand a month later ❤️. There are opportunities everywhere with our dear ones to let them know that we see them, value them, and cherish them. These simple declarations of love—with no strings attached—can shift their energy and stress too. When kids are little, we often put love notes in their lunchboxes…or we used to give our spouse’s flowers and thoughtful cards. 
Why stop? Does it really ever get old for any of us?

Ask Yourself:

Who has been on my mind to acknowledge?
Why do I neglect this area of my life at times? Do I get too busy?  Does it feel too vulnerable?
How can I brighten someone’s day?
When was the last time I felt loved, adored, and cherished? Did I say “Thank you”? If it’s been too long, should I mention it?
Any small shifts I can make?

HAPPY HALLOWEEN 🎃